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December 6, 2017 · 3:42 pm

Cincinnati Playhouse to Offer Winter Acting Classes for Children

PIP_logoCINCINNATI—Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is offering a winter session of acting classes and workshops offered to young persons ages 3-14. Designed to build confidence, strengthen communication skills and develop a sense of ensemble and community, the programs focus on individual and collective skill development in a fun and supportive environment.

“At the Playhouse, we believe everyone has a voice,” says DaunielleRasmussen, director of education and community engagement. “No acting experience is required or expected.”

Like the fall session, Cincinnati Playhouse provides options in Mason and Mt. Adams. Details for each class, including fees, dates and locations, are below. All registrations include a $25 non-refundable deposit. Register at cincyplay.com or call 513-421-3888.

WINTER CLASS SCHEDULE 

MAGICAL TRAVELS
Pre-kindergarten | Tuition: $95*
Saturdays, Jan. 13 – March 3, 10-10:30 a.m. at the Playhouse
Mystical worlds await! Each week, we’ll open our magical travel chest to discover clues that take us on a new adventure. Learn about voice,movementand collaboration while working with fellow travelers to create exciting characters.

MAGICAL TRAVELS
Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten | Tuition: $95*
Wednesdays, Jan. 10 – Feb. 28, 4-4:30 p.m. at Children’s Academy of Mason
Mystical worlds await! Each week, we’ll open our magical travel chest to discover clues that take us on a new adventure. Learn about voice, movementand collaboration while working with fellow travelers to create exciting characters.
Children’s Academy of Mason is located at 6965 Cintas Blvd., Mason, OH 45040.

DRAGON QUEST
Kindergarten through second grade | Tuition: $140*
Saturdays, Jan. 13 – March 3, 10:40-11:25 a.m. at the Playhouse
Oh no! Dragons are invading our castle! Soar to great heights, jump through fire and work together to protect our royal kingdom in this movement-based class. Use your imagination, body and voice to make new friends and train dragons.

DRAGON QUEST
First through fourth grades | Tuition: $140*
Wednesdays, Jan. 10 – Feb. 28, 4:45-5:30 p.m. at Children’s Academy of Mason
Oh no! Dragons are invading our castle! Soar to great heights, jump through fire and work together to protect our royal kingdom in this movement-based class. Use your imagination, body, and voice to make new friends and train dragons.
Children’s Academy of Mason is located at 6965 Cintas Blvd., Mason, OH 45040.

HEROES OF OLYMPUS
Third through fifth grades | Tuition: $155*
Saturdays, Jan. 13 – March 3, 11:35 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Playhouse
Discover your inner god or goddess as we explore ancient myths! Realize your own, unique powers — like controlling water or throwing lightning bolts — in this voice and movement-based class. Through acting technique and movement, unleash new worlds and bring to life epic stories.

HEROES OF OLYMPUS
Sixth through eighth grades | Tuition: $155*
Saturdays, Jan. 13 – March 3, 9-9:50 a.m. at the Playhouse
Discover your inner god or goddess as we explore ancient myths! Realize your own, unique powers — like controlling water or throwing lightning bolts — in this voice and movement-based class. Through acting technique and movement, unleash new worlds and bring to life epic stories.

MYTHICAL MUSICALS
Fifth through eighth grades | Tuition: $245*
Mondays, Jan. 8 – March 5, 4-5:30 p.m. at the Playhouse
Step into worlds unknown through musical theatre! In this performance-based class, we’ll learn about mythology while bringing to life scenes from shows like Hercules. Enhance your acting technique, voice and movement skills in this exciting musical class.

For info or to register, visit cincyplay.com or call or call 513-421-3888.

The Playhouse is supported by the generosity of more than 40,000 contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. The Ohio Arts Council helps fund the Playhouse with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. The Playhouse also receives funding from the Shubert Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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December 4, 2017 · 3:53 pm

Spring Adult Classes at Know Theatre

KTC_Paul Strickland headshotStorytelling with Paul Strickland

Everyone has a story they want to tell, but how do you tell a story anyone will want to hear?  Multi-award winning writer/performer Paul Strickland offers insight into the craft of storytelling in this workshop, where you will take a detailed look at the building blocks of composing stories, learn how to develop larger pieces by weaving together micro-stories, and work one-on-one with Paul on effective story performance.

COST: $175

DATES: Feb. 20, 27, Mar. 6, 13

PERFORMANCE: March 16th after performance of Kill Move Paradise at Know Theatre
TIME: 6:30-9:00

ENROLL HERE: Enroll in Storytelling with Paul Strickland

 

KTC_Jared Joplin and Miranda McGee headshotsContemporary Acting with Jared Joplin and Miranda McGee

Miranda McGee and Jared Joplin will guide you through group/ensemble work which will lead into scene study using cutting edge contemporary scripts. A fantastic opportunity to hone your acting skills while getting a glimpse of what’s new in American Theatre!
COST: $175

DATES: Mar. 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24

PERFORMANCE: May 1
TIME: 6:30-9:00

ENROLL HERE: Enroll in Contemporary Acting with Jared Joplin and Miranda McGee

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September 15, 2017 · 2:47 pm

Pay What You Can Acting Classes for 4th-12 Graders at the Know

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Ernaisja Curry.

Imagine! Play! Act! -with Ernaisja Curry For 4-6th Graders 

Enroll Here:
Click Here to Enroll and! Join the Fun!

Course Description:
Come join us on Saturday mornings for 90 minutes of fun! This class will focus on Group Creation based on student experience and interest through improvisation, character work, ensemble building and storytelling. Theatre is for everyone and we believe that starts at a young age.

Dates/times:
All classes will take place Saturday mornings  from 9:30am-11:00am

  • November 11, 18, 25
  • December 2, 9, 16

Cost: Pay-What-You-Can.  We don’t want cost to be the reason a student doesn’t take this class. However, if you’re able to give any amount toward continuing  to make this opportunity available for future students, we would appreciate any funds you’re able to give.  Payment can be made by check or credit card to the Know Theatre of Cincinnati.

You can mail a personal check to:

Know Theatre
Attn: Maggie Rader
1120 Jackson St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Or, you can pay by credit card by calling Maggie Rader at 513-300-5669 to pay over the phone.

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Darnell Pierre Benjamin.

Imagine! Create! Act! -with Darnell Pierre Benjamin For 7-12th Graders

Course Description:
Come join us on Saturday mornings for 90 minutes of group creation based in theatre games and exercises! This class will focus on Group Creation based on student experience and interest through improvisation, character work, ensemble building and storytelling. Theatre is for everyone and we believe that starts at a young age.Dates/times:
All classes will take place Saturday mornings  from 9:30am-11:00am

  • September 30
  • October 14, 21, 28
  • November 4

Cost: Pay-What-You-Can.  We don’t want cost to be the reason a student doesn’t take this class. However, if you’re able to give any amount toward continuing  to make this opportunity available for future students, we would appreciate any funds you’re able to give.  Payment can be made by check or credit card to the Know Theatre of Cincinnati.

You can mail a personal check to:
Know Theatre
Attn: Maggie Rader
1120 Jackson St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Or, you can pay by credit card by calling Maggie Rader at 513-300-5669 to pay over the phone.

 

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August 30, 2017 · 4:08 pm

Adult Classes for Fall at Know Theatre

Contemporary Acting with New Works with Jared ​Joplin and Miranda McGee
at Know Theatre

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Jared Joplin.

​Enroll Here:
Click Here to Enroll and Join the Fun!

Course Description:
A contemporary acting workshop that begins with group/ensemble work and continues into scene study using cutting edge contemporary scripts. A fantastic opportunity to hone your acting skills while getting a glimpse of what’s new in American Theatre! The class meets for six 2.5 hour sessions, with an invited performance for the final session on Know Theatre’s Underground cabaret stage.

Dates/times:
All classes will take place Tuesdays  from 6:30pm-9:00pm

  • September  19, 26
  • October 3, 10, 17, 24 (performance)
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Miranda McGee.

Cost: $175. Payment must be made by the beginning of first class. Payment can be made by check or credit card to the Education Director, Maggie Rader.

You can mail a personal check to:

Know Theatre
Attn: Maggie Rader
1120 Jackson St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Or, you can pay by credit card by calling Maggie Rader at 513-300-5669 to pay over the phone.

 

Podcasting 101 with Travis McElroy

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Travis McElroy.

Enroll Here:
Click Here to Enroll and Join the Fun!

Course Description:
Podcasting is a new and growing field! Travis McElroy has worked professionally as a Podcaster for the last 7 years and would like to pass on the benefit of his experience to you. Podcasting 101 will focus on topics like picking the right equipment for you, editing, pre/post-production, social media engagement, iTunes/other platforms, and a whole lot more! You will leave this class with all tools and knowledge you need to launch your own Podcast!

Space is limited, so enroll early to secure your place!

Dates/times:
All classes will take place from 7:30pm-9:00pm

  • November 7, 14, 21, 28
  • December 5, 12

Cost: $175. Payment must be made by the beginning of first class. Payment can be made by check or credit card to the Education Director, Maggie Rader.

You can mail a personal check to:

Know Theatre
Attn: Maggie Rader
1120 Jackson St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Or, you can pay by credit card by calling Maggie Rader at 513-300-5669 to pay over the phone.

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April 24, 2017 · 3:49 pm

FREE Improvisation and Devising Workshops

PP_logoFREE Improvisation and Devising Workshops, May and June 2017!

Interested in advancing or learning new skills in Improvisation and Devising in a FREE workshop?

Come join Polly L. Heinkel, Founder of Pollen Productions, in workshops that will teach you skills of some of the renowned devising process.

Each date will feature a distinct lesson from well-known companies and acting schools from the United Kingdom.

Come to as many or as few as you like! But be aware that space is LIMITED and will go QUICKLY.

The schedule is as follows:

  • May 13th 11am-3pm
  • June 10th 11am-3pm
  • June 17th 11am-3pm

Each session will look at one of three separate devising processes that will enhance your skills as a performer, and possibly open up your knowledge base about what happens in the creation of actor driven work.

At the end of these sessions, we are hoping to create relationships with theatre artists who would like to work with us in the future on our upcoming productions in the Cincinnati area.

The day will be a combination of learning improvisation and devising techniques useful to actor in the creation of new work and throughout the rehearsal process that are specific to each company or activity listed. The workshops will encompass techniques that Polly learned while living in London where she studied under, Matthew Lloyd at East 15 Acting School. Drawing on her work with Polly Teale, of Shared Experience, the work of Frantic Assembly and the concept of Living History, you will learn what goes into the creation of actor driven work.

To join please reserve your name and dates of interest to:
http://pollenworkshops.brownpapertickets.com/

The workshop will take place at Miami University Hamilton, Studio 307 Phelps Hall. For additional information, please email info.pollenproductions@gmail.com

Hope to see you all there!!!

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